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Yesterday the internet was flooded by articles, stories, and ads all relating to Valentine’s Day. They all focused on romantic getaways, movies, poems, and gifts. But while I was reading, I came across a story unlike the rest. Instead of focusing on the romantic, this article was focused on the unromantic. Some of the unusual vacation destinations in the article, like visiting the Oprah store, were just silly. Of course you wouldn’t be tempted to take your significant other on a vacation to a store. But many of the other choices, although bizarre, were fascinating(but of course, not romantic).
Of all the unromantic destinations Bing travel came up with, an overnight stay in a prison would definitely be on the top of my list of places not to go. Why anyone would like to know how it feels to be in prison for a night is beyond me, but if you have the inkling you should visit Karosta Prison in Liepaja, Latvia. One place that I may like to visit (not sleep, just visit) would be the Ice Hotel in Jukkasjärvi, Sweden. Although I’ve seen the pictures, I still can’t imagine what it would be like to walk into a building completely sculpted out of ice (besides cold). Another cold destination that would be anything but romantic, but pretty amazing to see, would be Antarctica. Did you know that you can take a cruise to Antarctica? I certainly didn’t know this was possible. It probably isn’t a popular cruise considering how dangerous the waters are on the trip down and how dangerous the weather is once you reach your destination.
Other unusual vacation spots include a Hello Kitty theme park and swimming with the sharks. If you would like to check out the rest of the destinations from Bing Travel check out their article at http://www.bing.com/travel/content/search?q=Unromantic+for+Everyone%3a+Overnight+in+a+Prison .
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Valentine’s Day has continuously changed over the years. Named after a one or more Christian martyrs, Saint Valentine’s Day is celebrated February 14 in honor of our love and devotion to others. During the 15th century, Valentine’s Day was a day to confess your love to your potential spouse. Many believe that Chaucer started this tradition with his text, Parliament of Foules. And from there, Valentine’s Day began to grow. In the 18th century, giving Valentine cards gained popularity. However, at this time cards were usually handmade and had a poem defining the giver’s love. By the 19th century, Valentine cards had become so popular, they began to mass produce them in factories. This, in my opinion, stole the intimacy of Valentine’s Day. No longer was it necessary to find a way to express how you feel. Now someone would tell you how you felt on paper. During the 20th century, the flower and candy industry began marketing Valentine gifts. What better way to tell your sweetie you love them than with roses and chocolates? The diamond industry found the answer to that question as they started marketing Valentine jewelry in the 1980’s.
What is your favorite/worst Valentine’s Day memory? Are gifts necessary on Valentine’s Day?
Grab a latte, put up your feet, and join the discussion!
“My heart to you is given: Oh, do give yours to me; we’ll lock them up together, and throw away the key.” Frederick Saunders
Our love is eternal
Here on Earth and into Heaven.
My heart I willingly give,
My life I will surrender.
I trust in you to keep
Me safe right by your side.
I pray you will remember
To me you can confide.
I vow to protect your heart
Keep you sane and treat you right,
Have faith that you will always be
My friend, my love, my life.
(first poem I wrote for my husband, 9 years ago today. Happy V-Day!)
